Senior Residential Support Worker - Children's Home

Peters Dean Care Ltd; Whitstable; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected provider of children's residential care in Whitstable is seeking an experienced Residential Support Worker. In this senior role, you will lead shifts, ensure quality care, and build strong relationships with young people. Excellent training and career progression are offered. This role requires a Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare and flexibility in working hours.

Benefits

Competitive salary including sleep-ins

Fully funded ongoing training

Recognition for long service

On-demand GP access

Qualifications

• Experience working in residential childcare.
• Flexibility to work long day shifts and participate in sleep-ins.
• Driving Licence required.

Responsibilities

• Act as a role model and lead shifts to ensure quality care.
• Build strong relationships with young people.
• Contribute to care planning and safeguarding responsibilities.

Skills

Management of challenging behaviour

Building relationships with young people

Support for education and leisure activities

Education

Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare

Job description

Overview

Are you an experienced Residential Support Worker ready to take the next step? This is an opportunity to join a respected provider of children's residential care and step into a senior role with real responsibility, excellent training, and career progression.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with sleep-ins included
• Fully funded ongoing training and leadership development
• Recognition for long service, birthday rewards, and on-demand GP access
• A supportive organisation that invests in its team

Responsibilities

• Acting as a role model and leading shifts to ensure consistent, high-quality care
• Building strong, positive relationships with young people
• Supporting education, leisure activities, and daily routines
• Contributing to care planning and safeguarding responsibilities

Qualifications

• You must hold a Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent)
• Previous experience working in residential childcare
• Ability to manage challenging behaviour with resilience and professionalism
• Flexibility to work long day shifts (7am-10pm) and participate in sleep-ins

Next Steps / Requirements

• Driving Licence (required)
• Right to Work in UK without any restrictions (required)
• Job Types: Full-time, Permanent